Shaped for epic travel in style and comfort, the new Grand Tourer – McLaren GT is a dramatic departure from the norm. Each McLaren is shaped by uncompromising pursuit of perfection. A relentless desire to challenge the established order.
The old rules no longer apply. New McLaren GT is the Grand Tourer reimagined. Much quicker than anything in its class. And infinitely more engaging to drive, whether you’re on a mountain pass or a motorway. But this is no raw, unyielding sports car. Its profile flows beautifully. Its ride is exceptional. The cabin is acutely modern – a masterpiece of tactile luxury. Immaculately trimmed luggage space. It’s every inch a pure-bred McLaren.
Flowing lines and sleek forms mark a radical new Grand Tourer. The body is longer than other McLaren models at nearly 4.7m. But these elegant overhangs are there for good reason. Externally, to aid aerodynamics. And internally, to create usable space. Above the rear wheels, the car’s impressive, authoritative form is shaped to house highly efficient cooling air intakes for the engine. Jewel-like LED headlights with discreet McLaren branding are a world away from convention. They also have automatic rain and light sensors.
Inside the new McLaren GT you won’t find any of the bulky clutter that defines a traditional Grand Tourer cockpit. Soft, delicate curves shrink wrap around touchscreens and speakers. The floating centre console creates an airy ambience and sense of space. The infotainment system offers speed, fluidity and intuitive function at your fingertips. The huge windscreen, sweeping glazed tailgate and C-pillars allow daylight to bathe the cabin. And the optional electrochromic roof lets you fine-tune the interior light further. At the touch of a button, you can switch from opaque to transparent – with several subtle grades of shade in between.
The new McLaren GT is built around innovation. Its core is the lightweight, super-stiff MonoCell II-T – a new version of legendary carbon fibre chassis, optimised for Grand Tourer usability. Enabling more luggage capacity. More cabin space, visibility and light. It also makes the car hundreds of kilogrammes lighter compared to a traditional chassis. Stronger than traditional automotive materials such as steel or aluminium, the MonoCell II-T is inherently safer. Tailor-made for everyday usability. And the foundation of thrilling driver engagement…
Traditionally, Grand Tourers have frontmounted engines. But the new McLaren GT breaks this convention in every way. Mid-mounted on the bespoke lightweight carbon fibre MonoCell II-T is a new McLaren 4.0 litre twin-turbocharged V8 power plant. It produces 620PS at 7,000rpm. And 630Nm of torque from 5,500rpm to 6,500rpm. Much of this deep reserve of torque is easily accessible from low revs. Delivering smooth, easy drivability. The engine is also fuel efficient and produces less CO2 relative to power output. Select Comfort mode on the Active Dynamics Panel and there’s even a ‘quiet start’ function for more discreet getaways. Plus a softer exhaust note when cruising at top speed.
In the new McLaren GT you’ll find a choice of the finest leathers and Alcantara®. There’s also soft, cossetting Cashmere. Tactile knurled aluminium. And next-generation materials such as SuperFabric® – an ultra-durable innovation to line and protect the spacious luggage bay. The Power Adjusted Heated Memory Comfort Seats feature intricate perforations, double piping and bespoke stitching.